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  • Avg. price in UK: ~£20
  • Avg. price in US: ~$20
  • Audio output power: 3.00 W
  • Battery life: 14 hours
  • IP rating: ?
  • Bluetooth version: 2.1
  • Weight: 181 g

Matrix Audio One review. Compare 130 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Portable Speakers category and whether it is worth buying.

6.4

Overall score

What it is: An overall evaluation of products in the Portable Speakers category, based on technical analysis and user reviews.

When it matters: When you need a quick reference for identifying the best products in the Portable Speakers category.

Score components:

80.0%

6.4

Technical Score

20.0%

?

User score

Good
6.4

Technical Score

What it is: An assessment of technical performance for products in the Portable Speakers category across these key areas: Audio, Connectivity, Battery, Durability, Controls, Design, Smart features.

When it matters: When you want to compare products in the Portable Speakers category by technical performance, specifications, and available features.

Score components:

32.0%

5.6

Audio

20.0%

5.8

Battery

18.0%

7.0

Durability

16.0%

6.3

Connectivity

8.0%

7.7

Controls

3.0%

9.6

Design

3.0%

7.8

Smart features

Good
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User score

What it is: A rating that combines user reviews with the total review volume for products in the Portable Speakers category.

When it matters: When you want to know how products in the Portable Speakers category perform in everyday use and how reliable owners find them over time.

Score components:

70.0%

?

User reviews

30.0%

?

Popularity

  • 6.6
    Outdoor durability

    Score components:

    40.0%

    4.0

    Water resistance

    25.0%

    ?

    IP rating

    20.0%

    10

    Weight

    15.0%

    6.4

    Battery life

  • 5.1
    Powerful sound

    Score components:

    45.0%

    1.0

    Audio output power

    25.0%

    6.4

    Battery life

    15.0%

    10

    Weight

    15.0%

    10

    Party mode

  • 5.7
    Home listening

    Score components:

    35.0%

    ?

    Multi-room support

    30.0%

    4.0

    Wi-Fi connectivity

    20.0%

    1.0

    Audio output power

    15.0%

    10

    Weight

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Best prices in UK

    N/A~ £20

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Available: ranking among products currently available (including other versions of this product).
All: ranking among all products in the database.

Verdict

The Matrix Audio One is an ultra-compact pocket-sized portable speaker measuring 2.4" x 2.4" x 2.8", designed to significantly boost mobile audio via an auxiliary cable or wireless Bluetooth connectivity. It outputs 3.5 watts of power, incorporates an expandable design with an XCavated Bass Amplifier to switch between treble and bass focus, and features an integrated microphone for hands-free calls along with on-device navigation toggles. Main advantages include its exceptional pocket-friendly portability, an impressive battery life offering up to 14 hours of playback, and a cleaner, less tinny audio range than typical built-in mobile device speakers. However, it lacks the raw volume depth to effectively compete against higher-wattage alternatives, its wireless playback duration is notably lower than its wired connection lifespan, and it relies on a proprietary combined charging/audio cable.

Technical Specifications of portable speaker Matrix Audio One

Technical Score

What it is: An assessment of technical performance for products in the Portable Speakers category across these key areas: Audio, Connectivity, Battery, Durability, Controls, Design, Smart features.

When it matters: When you want to compare products in the Portable Speakers category by technical performance, specifications, and available features.

Score components:

32.0%

?

Audio

20.0%

?

Battery

18.0%

?

Durability

16.0%

?

Connectivity

8.0%

?

Controls

3.0%

?

Design

3.0%

?

Smart features

6.4
Matrix Audio One has a technical score of 6.36 points, which is lower than 75.5% of products in this category.
User score

What it is: A rating that combines user reviews with the total review volume for products in the Portable Speakers category.

When it matters: When you want to know how products in the Portable Speakers category perform in everyday use and how reliable owners find them over time.

Score components:

70.0%

0.0

User reviews

30.0%

1.0

Popularity

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Popularity
What it is: An indicator based on the number of reviews received by products in the Portable Speakers category.
When it matters: When you prefer products in the Portable Speakers category that have been chosen and reviewed by many other buyers.
1.0
Matrix Audio One has a popularity of 1 points, which is lower than 58.2% of products in this category.
Ratio quality/price

What it is: An indicator that combines the overall score of products in the Portable Speakers category with their prices.

When it matters: When you are comparing products in the Portable Speakers category and want a good balance between quality and price.

Score components:

60.0%

6.4

Overall score

40.0%

10

Price

7.5
Matrix Audio One has a quality-to-price ratio of 7.5 points, which is lower than 68.8% of products in this category.
Audio output power
What it is: The maximum continuous power the speaker system can deliver.
When it matters: When you need enough output to fill a larger or noisier space.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >= 20 W

3.00 W
Matrix Audio One has an audio output power of 3.00 W which is lower than that of 91.7% of portable speakers and equal to that of 6.8% of portable speakers.
Total RMS output: 3.00 W.
Driver unit size
What it is: The diameter of each main speaker driver.
When it matters: When the size of the main driver influences bass reach and output capability.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >= 50 mm

45.00 mm
Matrix Audio One has a driver unit size of 45.00 mm which is smaller than that of 60.9% of portable speakers and equal to that of 8.6% of portable speakers.
Primary driver diameter: 45.00 mm.
Number of drivers
What it is: The total number of speaker drivers built into the unit.
When it matters: When fuller driver arrays and broader sound coverage matter.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >= 2

1
Matrix Audio One has 1 drivers, which is fewer than 75.6% of portable speakers and equal to the number in 24.4% of portable speakers.
Acoustic drivers: 1.
Frequency response tolerance
What it is: The allowed deviation around the stated frequency response curve.
When it matters: When a flatter and more accurate frequency response matters.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: <= 3 dB

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Lowest frequency
What it is: The lowest audible frequency the speaker can reproduce.
When it matters: When deeper bass extension matters.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: <= 60 Hz

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Bluetooth connectivity
What it is: Indicates whether the speaker can receive audio over Bluetooth.
When it matters: When wireless playback from phones, tablets, or computers matters.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: yes

yes
Matrix Audio One supports Bluetooth audio. 5.4% of portable speakers offer this feature.
Bluetooth version
What it is: The generation of Bluetooth supported by the speaker hardware.
When it matters: When compatibility and efficiency with newer Bluetooth devices matter.

Importance: LOW

Good value: >= 5.0

2.1
Matrix Audio One supports Bluetooth version 2.1 which is older than that of 92% of portable speakers and equal to that of 7.3% of portable speakers.
Bluetooth version: 2.1.
Maximum Bluetooth range
What it is: The farthest distance at which the Bluetooth link can remain usable.
When it matters: When the source device may be far from the speaker.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >= 10 m

10.00 m
Matrix Audio One has a maximum Bluetooth range of 10.00 m which is longer than that of 4.3% of portable speakers and equal to that of 70.2% of portable speakers.
Maximum Bluetooth range: 10.00 m.
Bluetooth profiles supported
What it is: The Bluetooth operating profiles available for playback, control, or calls.
When it matters: When Bluetooth playback, control, and call compatibility depend on specific profiles.

Importance: LOW

?
Bluetooth LE Audio
What it is: Shows whether the speaker supports the low-energy Bluetooth audio standard.
When it matters: When newer low-power Bluetooth audio features matter.

Importance: LOW

Good value: yes

no
Matrix Audio One does not support Bluetooth LE Audio. 2.5% of portable speakers offer this feature.
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Battery life
What it is: The playback time available from one full battery charge.
When it matters: When you need longer playback between charges.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >= 20 h

14 hours
Matrix Audio One has a battery life of 14 hours which is longer than that of 64.7% of portable speakers and equal to that of 2.2% of portable speakers.
Battery capacity
What it is: The amount of electrical charge the internal battery can store.
When it matters: When longer untethered playback or power-bank use needs more stored charge.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >= 5000 mAh

1,800 mAh
Matrix Audio One has a battery capacity of 1,800 mAh which is smaller than that of 72.8% of portable speakers and equal to that of 4% of portable speakers.
Charging time
What it is: The time needed to recharge the battery fully.
When it matters: When the speaker needs to be ready again quickly.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: <= 4 h

3 hours
Matrix Audio One has a charging time of 3 hours which is shorter than that of 35.5% of portable speakers and equal to that of 35.1% of portable speakers.
Maximum charging input power
What it is: The maximum charging power the speaker can accept from a compatible power source.
When it matters: When faster charging requires the speaker to accept more input power.

Importance: LOW

Good value: >= 20 W

5 W
Matrix Audio One has a maximum charging input power of 5 W which is lower than that of 58.7% of portable speakers and equal to that of 38.5% of portable speakers.
Built-in rechargeable battery
What it is: Indicates whether the speaker uses a battery that can be recharged.
When it matters: When portable use without disposable batteries or continuous mains power matters.

Importance: LOW

Good value: yes

yes
Matrix Audio One has a built-in rechargeable battery. 18.7% of portable speakers offer this feature.
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IP rating
What it is: The ingress protection code for dust and water resistance.
When it matters: When dust and water protection need to match the intended environment.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: IP67+

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Water resistance
What it is: Indicates whether the enclosure can resist water exposure.
When it matters: When the speaker may be used near pools, rain, or splashes.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: yes

no
Matrix Audio One is not water resistant. 61.7% of portable speakers offer this feature.
Dust resistance
What it is: Shows whether the enclosure is protected against dust ingress.
When it matters: When the speaker may be exposed to sand, soil, or dusty environments.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: yes

?
Waterproof depth rating
What it is: The maximum water depth the speaker is rated to withstand.
When it matters: When the speaker may be submerged or used very close to water.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >= 1 m

?
Drop resistance
What it is: Indicates whether the housing is designed to survive accidental drops.
When it matters: When the speaker may be bumped or suffer an accidental fall during outdoor or travel use.

Importance: LOW

Good value: yes

no
Matrix Audio One lacks an impact-resistance rating. 32.8% of portable speakers offer this feature.
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On-device controls placement
What it is: The physical area of the speaker where its controls are located.
When it matters: When you want controls that are easy to reach in the speaker intended placement.

Importance: LOW

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Touchscreen
What it is: Indicates whether a touch-sensitive screen is integrated.
When it matters: When direct visual control is more convenient than buttons or an app.

Importance: LOW

Good value: yes

no
Matrix Audio One does not have a touchscreen. 0.3% of portable speakers offer this feature.
The speaker does not have an integrated touchscreen.
Smartphone app control
What it is: Shows whether the speaker can be controlled from a phone app.
When it matters: When remote settings, updates, or sound adjustment from a phone matter.

Importance: LOW

Good value: yes

yes
Matrix Audio One supports smartphone app control. 46.1% of portable speakers offer this feature.
Compatible mobile app provides speaker control or settings.
Remote control
What it is: Indicates whether a dedicated remote control is supplied or supported.
When it matters: When you want to control playback from across the room.

Importance: LOW

Good value: yes

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Fast pairing
What it is: Shows whether setup with compatible devices can be completed more quickly.
When it matters: When quick setup with compatible devices matters.

Importance: LOW

Good value: yes

yes
Matrix Audio One supports fast pairing. 77.6% of portable speakers offer this feature.
Supports documented one-tap or quick device pairing.
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Weight
What it is: The total mass of the portable speaker.
When it matters: When carrying the speaker frequently or packing light matters.

Importance: LOW

Good value: <= 1000 g

181 g
Matrix Audio One weighs 181 g which is lighter than that of 92.8% of portable speakers.
Height
What it is: The vertical external dimension of the speaker body.
When it matters: When the speaker must fit beneath shelves or in a compact bag.

Importance: LOW

Good value: <= 20 cm

6.1 cm
Matrix Audio One has a height of 6.1 cm which is shorter than that of 87.6% of portable speakers and equal to that of 0.5% of portable speakers.
Width
What it is: The side-to-side external dimension of the speaker body.
When it matters: When the speaker must fit a narrow shelf, bag, or tabletop.

Importance: LOW

Good value: <= 25 cm

18.2 cm
Matrix Audio One has a width of 18.2 cm which is wider than that of 50.4% of portable speakers and equal to that of 0.6% of portable speakers.
Depth
What it is: The front-to-back depth of the speaker housing.
When it matters: When the speaker should take up less front-to-back space.

Importance: LOW

Good value: <= 10 cm

6.1 cm
Matrix Audio One has a depth of 6.1 cm which is shallower than that of 72.5% of portable speakers and equal to that of 0.6% of portable speakers.
Carry options
What it is: The available ways to carry, hang, or attach the speaker.
When it matters: When a handle, strap, or attachment point changes how you carry the speaker.

Importance: LOW

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Companion app name
What it is: The official app used to control settings and functions of the speaker.
When it matters: When app compatibility and the available control features depend on the official app.

Importance: LOW

?
Firmware updates
What it is: Indicates whether the speaker can receive firmware revisions after purchase.
When it matters: When post-purchase fixes and feature improvements matter.

Importance: LOW

Good value: yes

yes
Matrix Audio One supports firmware updates. 52.9% of portable speakers offer this feature.
Supports user-accessible firmware updates.
Firmware update method
What it is: The path used to install firmware updates on the speaker.
When it matters: When the convenience and reliability of installing updates matters.

Importance: LOW

OTA; App
Voice assistant support
What it is: Indicates whether the speaker can work with supported voice assistants.
When it matters: When hands-free control through a compatible assistant matters.

Importance: LOW

Good value: yes

no
Matrix Audio One does not support voice assistants. 26.5% of portable speakers offer this feature.
No direct supported voice-assistant control.
Spotify Connect
What it is: Shows whether Spotify can stream directly to the speaker over the network.
When it matters: When Spotify should stream directly without keeping phone audio active.

Importance: LOW

Good value: yes

yes
Matrix Audio One supports Spotify Connect. 89.3% of portable speakers offer this feature.
Supports native Spotify Connect.
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Matrix Audio One vs the average portable speaker

  • Supports AirPlay
    Matrix Audio One supports AirPlay, while the average portable speaker does not support AirPlay.
    Supports Apple AirPlay.
    What it is: Indicates whether Apple AirPlay streaming is supported.
    When it matters: When wireless playback from Apple devices and multi-room setups matters.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: yes

    Matrix Audio One supports AirPlay, while the average portable speaker does not support AirPlay.
  • Supports fast pairing
    Matrix Audio One supports fast pairing, while the average portable speaker does not support fast pairing.
    Supports documented one-tap or quick device pairing.
    What it is: Shows whether setup with compatible devices can be completed more quickly.
    When it matters: When quick setup with compatible devices matters.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: yes

    Matrix Audio One supports fast pairing, while the average portable speaker does not support fast pairing.
  • Supports party mode
    Matrix Audio One supports party mode, while the average portable speaker does not support party mode.
    Supports synchronized multi-speaker party/group playback.
    What it is: Indicates whether multiple speakers can play the same audio together.
    When it matters: When several compatible speakers should play together.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: yes

    Matrix Audio One supports party mode, while the average portable speaker does not support party mode.
  • 619 g lighter
    Matrix Audio One is lighter than the average portable speaker (181 g vs 800 g).
    What it is: The total mass of the portable speaker.
    When it matters: When carrying the speaker frequently or packing light matters.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: <= 1000 g

    Matrix Audio One is lighter than the average portable speaker (181 g vs 800 g).181 g vs 800 g
  • Supports Spotify Connect
    Matrix Audio One supports Spotify Connect, while the average portable speaker does not support Spotify Connect.
    Supports native Spotify Connect.
    What it is: Shows whether Spotify can stream directly to the speaker over the network.
    When it matters: When Spotify should stream directly without keeping phone audio active.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: yes

    Matrix Audio One supports Spotify Connect, while the average portable speaker does not support Spotify Connect.
  • Has Ethernet support
    Matrix Audio One has Ethernet support, while the average portable speaker does not have Ethernet support.
    Has Ethernet network support.
    What it is: Shows whether a wired network connection is available through Ethernet.
    When it matters: When a stable wired network connection matters.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: yes

    Matrix Audio One has Ethernet support, while the average portable speaker does not have Ethernet support.
  • Supports Tidal Connect
    Matrix Audio One supports Tidal Connect, while the average portable speaker does not support Tidal Connect.
    Supports native Tidal Connect.
    What it is: Shows whether Tidal can stream directly to the speaker over the network.
    When it matters: When Tidal should stream directly from its app to the speaker.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: yes

    Matrix Audio One supports Tidal Connect, while the average portable speaker does not support Tidal Connect.
  • Supports firmware updates
    Matrix Audio One supports firmware updates, while the average portable speaker does not support firmware updates.
    Supports user-accessible firmware updates.
    What it is: Indicates whether the speaker can receive firmware revisions after purchase.
    When it matters: When post-purchase fixes and feature improvements matter.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: yes

    Matrix Audio One supports firmware updates, while the average portable speaker does not support firmware updates.
  • Supports AirPlay
    Matrix Audio One supports AirPlay, while the average portable speaker does not support AirPlay.
  • Has Ethernet support
    Matrix Audio One has Ethernet support, while the average portable speaker does not have Ethernet support.
  • 2 hours longer battery life
    Matrix Audio One has a longer battery life than the average portable speaker (14 hours vs 12 hours).
  • Supports fast pairing
    Matrix Audio One supports fast pairing, while the average portable speaker does not support fast pairing.
  • Supports party mode
    Matrix Audio One supports party mode, while the average portable speaker does not support party mode.
  • 619 g lighter
    Matrix Audio One is lighter than the average portable speaker (181 g vs 800 g).
  • Includes a travel bag
    Matrix Audio One includes a travel bag, while the average portable speaker does not include a travel bag.
  • 6.3 cm shorter
    Matrix Audio One is shorter than the average portable speaker (6.1 cm vs 12.4 cm).
  • Supports Spotify Connect
    Matrix Audio One supports Spotify Connect, while the average portable speaker does not support Spotify Connect.
  • Supports firmware updates
    Matrix Audio One supports firmware updates, while the average portable speaker does not support firmware updates.
  • Supports Tidal Connect
    Matrix Audio One supports Tidal Connect, while the average portable speaker does not support Tidal Connect.

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Battery
Controls
Design
Smart features
  • 4,000 Hz lower maximum frequency
    Matrix Audio One has a lower maximum frequency than the average portable speaker (16,000 Hz vs 20,000 Hz).
    Upper frequency-response endpoint: 16000 Hz.
  • 17 W less audio output power
    Matrix Audio One has less audio output power than the average portable speaker (3 W vs 20.00 W).
    Total RMS output: 3.00 W.
  • Does not include a passive radiator
    Matrix Audio One does not include a passive radiator, while the average portable speaker includes a passive radiator.
  • 1 fewer speaker drivers
    Matrix Audio One has fewer speaker drivers than the average portable speaker (1 vs 2).
    Acoustic drivers: 1.
  • 5 mm smaller main driver
    Matrix Audio One has a smaller main driver than the average portable speaker (45 mm vs 50.00 mm).
    Primary driver diameter: 45.00 mm.
  • 2.9 Bluetooth levels older
    Matrix Audio One has an older Bluetooth version than the average portable speaker (2.1 vs 5.0).
    Bluetooth version: 2.1.
  • 800 mAh less battery capacity
    Matrix Audio One has a smaller battery capacity than the average portable speaker (1,800 mAh vs 2,600 mAh).
  • 5 W lower charging input power
    Matrix Audio One has lower charging input power than the average portable speaker (5 W vs 10 W).
  • Is not water resistant
    Matrix Audio One is not water resistant, while the average portable speaker is water resistant.
  • Does not support True Wireless Stereo
    Matrix Audio One does not support True Wireless Stereo, while the average portable speaker supports True Wireless Stereo.
    Does not support True Wireless Stereo speaker linking.
  • Does not provide voice prompts
    Matrix Audio One does not provide voice prompts, while the average portable speaker provides voice prompts.
    No spoken status prompts; feedback is absent, visual, or tone-based.
  • 6 older
    Matrix Audio One was released earlier than the average portable speaker (2013 vs 2019).
    Release year: 2013.
  • Is not water resistant
    Matrix Audio One is not water resistant, while the average portable speaker is water resistant.
    What it is: Indicates whether the enclosure can resist water exposure.
    When it matters: When the speaker may be used near pools, rain, or splashes.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: yes

    Matrix Audio One is not water resistant, while the average portable speaker is water resistant.
  • 4,000 Hz lower maximum frequency
    Matrix Audio One has a lower maximum frequency than the average portable speaker (16,000 Hz vs 20,000 Hz).
    Upper frequency-response endpoint: 16000 Hz.
    What it is: The highest audible frequency the speaker can reproduce.
    When it matters: When upper-treble extension and high-frequency detail matter.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: >= 20000 Hz

    Matrix Audio One has a lower maximum frequency than the average portable speaker (16,000 Hz vs 20,000 Hz).16000 Hz vs 20000 Hz
  • 17 W less audio output power
    Matrix Audio One has less audio output power than the average portable speaker (3 W vs 20.00 W).
    Total RMS output: 3.00 W.
    What it is: The maximum continuous power the speaker system can deliver.
    When it matters: When you need enough output to fill a larger or noisier space.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >= 20 W

    Matrix Audio One has less audio output power than the average portable speaker (3 W vs 20.00 W).3.00 W vs 20.00 W
  • 2.9 Bluetooth levels older
    Matrix Audio One has an older Bluetooth version than the average portable speaker (2.1 vs 5.0).
    Bluetooth version: 2.1.
    What it is: The generation of Bluetooth supported by the speaker hardware.
    When it matters: When compatibility and efficiency with newer Bluetooth devices matter.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: >= 5.0

    Matrix Audio One has an older Bluetooth version than the average portable speaker (2.1 vs 5.0).2.1 vs 5.0
  • Does not include a passive radiator
    Matrix Audio One does not include a passive radiator, while the average portable speaker includes a passive radiator.
    What it is: Shows whether passive radiators are used to reinforce bass output.
    When it matters: When enhanced bass response from a compact enclosure matters.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: yes

    Matrix Audio One does not include a passive radiator, while the average portable speaker includes a passive radiator.
  • 800 mAh less battery capacity
    Matrix Audio One has a smaller battery capacity than the average portable speaker (1,800 mAh vs 2,600 mAh).
    What it is: The amount of electrical charge the internal battery can store.
    When it matters: When longer untethered playback or power-bank use needs more stored charge.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >= 5000 mAh

    Matrix Audio One has a smaller battery capacity than the average portable speaker (1,800 mAh vs 2,600 mAh).1800 mAh vs 2600 mAh
  • Does not support True Wireless Stereo
    Matrix Audio One does not support True Wireless Stereo, while the average portable speaker supports True Wireless Stereo.
    Does not support True Wireless Stereo speaker linking.
    What it is: Shows whether the speaker supports true wireless speaker-to-speaker pairing.
    When it matters: When two compatible speakers should pair wirelessly for stereo playback.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: yes

    Matrix Audio One does not support True Wireless Stereo, while the average portable speaker supports True Wireless Stereo.
  • 5 W lower charging input power
    Matrix Audio One has lower charging input power than the average portable speaker (5 W vs 10 W).
    What it is: The maximum charging power the speaker can accept from a compatible power source.
    When it matters: When faster charging requires the speaker to accept more input power.

    Importance: LOW

    Good value: >= 20 W

    Matrix Audio One has lower charging input power than the average portable speaker (5 W vs 10 W).5 W vs 10 W
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Durability
Controls
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What customers like about Matrix Audio One?

  • High level of extreme portability and lightweight profile, making it easy to slide into a pocket, backpack, or purse.
  • Impressive overall sound quality and loudness given its compact, small dimensions.
  • No audio distortion or crackling even when pushed to its maximum volume capacity.
  • Excellent battery life, proving in user tests to successfully reach or exceed 14 hours of continuous playback.
  • Seamless and easy Bluetooth pairing process with mobile devices.
  • Twisting mechanical design feature helps to physically enhance bass tones.
  • Offers visual variety by coming in six different exterior colors.

What customers dislike about Matrix Audio One?

  • The white plastics, chrome trim, and overall external design feel too cheap and plastic-heavy compared to other models.
  • Physical hardware controls on the body feel somewhat flimsy.
  • Lacks deep, impactful low-end bass extension due to physical constraints of its miniature size.
  • Lower overall volume output when using a wireless Bluetooth connection compared to plugging in directly via an audio cable.
  • Relies entirely on a proprietary mini-USB charging cable combined with an internal 1/8-inch connector, making it difficult to charge without the exact manufacturer-provided wire.

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